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Social Emotional Learning

Educator Kasha Duff explores the use of âWalking Wednesdaysâ to help students enhance their critical thinking and conversational skills during Spoken Language class. âI was focused on getting students away from the desks more oftenâ¦I realized how much they were lacking that skill, to talk to somebody who you donât talk to on a regular basis.…

Surrey Teacher Kelly Shuto reflects on the importance of personal self-awareness as the first step in building self-awareness in students and the ability to self-assess core competencies. “My goal as a teacher is to get them to a place where they can help each other before they even think to come to me for help.…

Getting Started with your School GardenThere has always been a keen interest in gardens in Surrey Schools. Gardens represent the possibility for experiential, meaningful learning experiences, and places of wonder and relaxation. The following guide is intended to walk you through the process of applying for and supporting a school garden. From inspiration to…

“Life is designed to knock you down. It will knock you down time and time again, but it doesn’t matter how many times you fall – it matters how many times you get back up. ”-Lilly SinghEvery day in Surrey Schools, our students inspire us with stories of grit and resilience, of courage and…

Surrey Schools

Formed in 1906, the Surrey School District currently has the largest student enrolment in British Columbia and is one of the few growing districts in the province. It is governed by a publicly elected board of seven trustees.

The district serves the cities of Surrey and White Rock and the rural area of Barnston Island.